The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$57
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$175
Fastest journey on Aug 30
7 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
8 h 27 m
Trains on Aug 30
41
Distance
620 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport without transferring at least once.
968+
ICE 6986:08 PM9h11Vienna Westbahnhof3:19 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$571One-way1 transfer
IC 546+
EC 1216+
ICE 2248:34 AM9h04Vienna Airport5:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$771One-way2 transfers
964+
ICE 99010:08 AM14h01Vienna Westbahnhof12:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$941One-way1 transfer
RJ 754 · RJX 262 · ICE 5168:02 AM9h06Vienna Airport5:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way2 transfers
RJX 19952 · ICE 118 · ICE 2249:02 AM8h36Vienna Airport5:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way2 transfers
964+
ICE 62210:08 AM7h54Vienna Westbahnhof6:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$1621One-way1 transfer
RJ 754 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 2168:02 AM8h35Vienna Airport4:37 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way3 transfers
RJ 754+
RJX 262+
ICE 564 · ICE 2168:02 AM8h35Vienna Airport4:37 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$2941One-way3 transfers
RJX 19952 · ICE 118 · ICE 2249:02 AM8h36Vienna Airport5:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way2 transfers
RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 9101:02 PM8h36Vienna Airport9:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1311One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $95 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, while a flight costs an average of $512.
Distance: 385 miles (620 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$148 Average price | $512 Average price | $95 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 24m Average total duration 12h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $148.
A bus is $418 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $512.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 1m.
Bus takes on average 12h 54m.
Tickets start at around $148 compared to roughly $164 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 8h 1m versus 6h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
960+ ICE 626 | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h54 | 4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
960+ ICE 624 | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h54 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
960+ ICE 628 | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h54 | 3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
960+ ICE 916+ TGV 9583 | Delayed 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h52 | 2:10 PM 2:10 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
960+ ICE 596 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h01 | 4:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
960+ ICE 628 · S9 | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h23 | 3:31 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 754+ RJX 19952 · ICE 118 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 9h43 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 754+ RJX 262+ ICE 516 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 5:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 754 · RJX 262 · ICE 516 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 5:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 754+ EC 1216 · ICE 224 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 9h36 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 754+ RJX 19952 · ICE 118 · ICE 224 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 9h36 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
RJ 754+ RJX 262+ ICE 564 · ICE 216 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h35 | 4:37 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
RJ 754 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 216 | On time 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h35 | 4:37 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
IC 546+ RJX 19952 · ICE 118 · ICE 224 | On time 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 9h04 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
IC 546+ EC 1216+ ICE 224 | On time 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 9h04 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 546+ EC 1216 · ICE 224 | On time 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 9h04 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 546+ RJX 19952 · ICE 118 | On time 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 9h11 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 546+ ICE 118 | On time 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 9h11 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 19952 · ICE 118 · ICE 224 | On time 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h36 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJX19952+ ICE 118 | On time 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h43 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
RJX19952+ ICE 118 · ICE 224 | On time 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h36 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJX 19952 · ICE 118 | On time 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 8h43 | 5:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
964+ ICE 520 | Delayed 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 13h55 | 10:16 PM 10:16 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
964+ ICE 990 | Delayed 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 14h01 | 10:52 PM 10:52 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
964+ ICE 510 · ICE 272 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 13h01 | 11:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
964+ ICE 622 | 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 7h54 | 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
964+ ICE 520 | Delayed 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 13h55 | 10:16 PM 10:16 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
964+ ICE 990 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 14h44 | 12:52 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 750+ RJX 62+ ICE 512 | On time 12:02 PM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 750 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 | On time 12:02 PM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 12:34 PM Vienna Airport | 9h04 | 9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJX19956+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 1:02 PM Vienna Airport | 8h36 | 9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 910 | On time 1:02 PM Vienna Airport | 8h36 | 9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 510 | On time 1:34 PM Vienna Airport | 9h34 | 11:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 858 · RJX 64 · ICE 510 | On time 2:02 PM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 11:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 858+ RJX 64+ ICE 510 | On time 2:02 PM Vienna Airport | 9h06 | 11:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 648+ ICE 1212 · ICE 520+ DB S8 | 2:34 PM Vienna Airport | 9h55 | 12:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
RJX 19918 · ICE 1212 · ICE 520 · S8 | 3:02 PM Vienna Airport | 9h27 | 12:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
RJX19918+ ICE 1212 · ICE 520+ DB S8 | 3:02 PM Vienna Airport | 9h27 | 12:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Trains from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 12:02. The fastest train covers the 385 miles (620 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 385 miles (620 km) |
Average train duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 12:02 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Vienna International Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Westbahn
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Trains from Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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